Disney PlusSpider-Man (1981)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.0
Overview
Spider-Man is an American animated TV series based on the popular Marvel Comics character of the same name.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Disney PlusBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Overview
Spider-Man is an American animated TV series based on the popular Marvel Comics character of the same name.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Disney PlusDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's central narrative focuses on universal moral principles of individual responsibility and duty in the face of extraordinary power. It champions individual heroism as a solution to threats, consciously avoiding partisan political statements or systemic critiques.
The movie features traditional casting for its main characters, consistent with the era and source material, without explicit race or gender swaps. Its narrative focuses on a conventional superhero story, neither critiquing traditional identities nor centering on DEI themes.
Secondary
The 1981 animated series "Spider-Man" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. As a product of its time and target audience, the narrative focuses exclusively on superhero action and Peter Parker's civilian life without exploring queer identities or experiences.
The 1981 animated series primarily features female characters in supporting roles, often as civilians in need of rescue. There are no instances where a female character is depicted winning a close-quarters physical fight against one or more male opponents through skill, strength, or martial arts.
The 1981 animated series faithfully adapts established Marvel Comics characters, with all major and recurring roles maintaining their canonical genders from the source material. No instances of a character established as one gender being portrayed as another were found.
The 1981 animated series faithfully adapts characters from the Marvel Comics, maintaining their established racial portrayals. No major or legacy characters depicted in the show were canonically a different race in the source material prior to its release.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.8
7.2
Critic Ratings
N/A
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